Benita Yoga

A yoga studio in Greater London that takes itself seriously without the pretension you'd expect from London's wellness scene. Benita Yoga focuses on proper instruction and a welcoming atmosphere rather than Instagram aesthetics. Classes cover everything from gentle flows for beginners to more demanding vinyasa sequences, so you're not forced into the deep end if you're new to it all.

The instructors actually know their stuff - they'll correct your alignment rather than let you limber through in blissful ignorance. The studio itself feels calm without being aggressively minimalist, which matters when you're trying to concentrate on not falling over in downward dog.

Who gets the most from it? Anyone wanting to establish a proper practice rather than dabble. If you're staying at Abbey Wood Experience Freedom Glamping and fancy breaking up the holiday with something that isn't just park activities, a class here makes sense. You won't regret the journey into central London for it, though you'll want to check their current schedule and booking system before heading over - these details shift.

Allow 90 minutes for a full class including arrival time. It's the sort of place worth returning to if you're in the area again, rather than a one-off tick-box experience.